Visit Golden
Welcome to Golden, Colorado! Thanks for visiting our historic town. During your visit, enjoy our world-class outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, local charm, and the Coors Brewery, the largest single-site brewery in the world.
Whatever your style, we’ve got an activity for you, from white water kayaking to fine dining to shopping. Spend an afternoon on Clear Creek, climb aboard the trains at the Colorado Railroad Museum, take the Ore Cart Shuttle around town, or drive up Lookout Mountain and visit Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave.
Oudoors Located in the spectacular Clear Creek valley and surrounded by mesas and mountains, Golden offers all forms of outdoor activities. It’s also a great place to “gear up” with a wide variety of outdoor recreation shops and outfitters.
Things to Do There’s so much more to do in Golden than hike trails and climb rock formations — although it is part of our allure. Here, you’ll find that we live life with an appreciation for enjoying every day. Golden’s quaint downtown and gold-rush-era atmosphere set the backdrop for a long list of possibilities for every visit. In Golden, you never have to go too far for fun.
Events There is always something happening in Golden, CO, from vibrant art festivals and seasonal celebrations to live music, culinary events, and more. No matter the season, whether spring, summer, fall, or winter, there is always something to celebrate. Explore some of the top events in Golden below, and use our event calendar to search by category, date, or keyword to find events that match your interests.
Food & Drink Golden may be a small town, but our eating experience will surprise you as much as it will satisfy all your cravings. Start your day at one of Golden’s charming cafes or bakeries for a coffee and something sweet, grab a craft beer after a long day of hiking, and end your day at a trendy downtown spot for dinner. Whatever your tastes or hunger level, we’re sure that Golden has a food and drink establishment to suit your needs.
Lodging & Rest From boutique hotels and cozy bed-and-breakfasts to pet-friendly stays and scenic campgrounds, here’s our guide to finding the perfect place to catch some Zs in Golden, CO.
Plan Your Visit Located in an area of spectacular natural beauty, Golden is where the mountains meet the plains. The area offers outstanding outdoor recreation with biking, hiking and kayaking all available right in town. Golden also offers a wonderful, small mountain town atmosphere with creekside restaurants, outdoor cafes, fine dining, art galleries, outdoor recreation shops, one-of-a-kind boutiques, quaint historic homes, and a variety of museums.